Wonton Soup
Wonton soup is a comforting Chinese classic, perfect for a cozy dinner for two. Tender wontons filled with a savory pork and shrimp mixture are served in a delicate, flavorful broth. This recipe is quick to prepare and delivers restaurant-quality results at home.
Ingredients
For the Wontons
- 12 Wonton Wrappers
- 100 g Ground Pork
- 50 g Shrimp finely chopped
- 1 Garlic Clove minced
- 1 tsp Fresh Ginger grated
- 1 tsp Soy Sauce
- ½ tsp Sesame Oil
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp White Pepper
- 1 Green Onion Finely chopped
For the Broth
- 4 cups Chicken Stock low-sodium
- 1 inch Fresh Ginger sliced
- 2 Cloves Garlic smashed
- 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
- ½ tbsp Sesame Oil
- ½ tsp White Pepper
- 1 Green Onion thinly sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
Make the Wonton Filling
- In a bowl, combine ground pork, chopped shrimp, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, white pepper, and green onion. Mix well until the filling is evenly combined.
Fill the Wontons
- Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Add about 1 tsp of filling to the center.
- Wet the edges of the wrapper with a bit of water. Fold into a triangle, sealing the edges tightly.
- Bring the two bottom corners of the triangle together and press to seal, forming the classic wonton shape. Repeat with remaining wrappers.
Prepare the Broth
- In a medium pot, bring chicken stock to a gentle boil. Add ginger slices, smashed garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Remove the ginger and garlic pieces before serving.
Cook the Wontons
- Bring a separate pot of water to a boil. Gently drop in the wontons and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until they float to the top.
- Transfer the cooked wontons to the prepared broth using a slotted spoon.
Serve
- Divide the soup and wontons between two bowls. Garnish with sliced green onions and optional greens like bok choy or spinach. Serve hot and enjoy!